While soursops and other members of the Annonaceae plant family are mostly found in the tropics and subtropics, there is a species that calls Columbus home, and a local workshop will introduce it to the public.
Commonly known as the “pawpaw,” Asimina Triloba is native to Ohio, and those who participate in the “Pawpaw: Ancient Fruit, Modern Treat” activity will learn more about them. They have existed for millions of years, but their fruit can be used in modern dishes, and the session will incorporate some taste testing.
Facilitator Valerie Libbey will lead the discussion and a guided walk. Attendees will learn about trees and fruit, including how they ripen in late summer, and everyone can see how they can be incorporated into the home landscape as food-producing ornamental plants. Their importance to area ecosystems will be reviewed, and everyone can sample some fresh pawpaw ice cream.
Many native ornamental plant species can also be used to grow food, and the public may appreciate the chance to learn more about them. At introductory workshops, Stationery printers can provide everything from printed recipe cards to tips sheets for cultivating them in the garden.
Columbus residents who would like to get the inside scoop on these native fruits can register for the class, planned for Saturday, August 8. It will begin at 3:00 pm at 1777 E. Broad Street.
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Mon: 8:00 - 4:30
Tue: 8:00 - 4:30
Wed: 8:00 - 4:30
Thu: 8:00 - 4:30
Fri: 8:00 - 4:30
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed